Dimplex Clement Optiflame
A practical electric fireplace (inset / media wall fire, 2kW) for a cosy focal point.
The Best Dimplex Electric Fires (UK 2026)
Dimplex is the established name in UK electric heating, best known for its Optiflame effects and the industry-leading Optimyst water-vapour flames. Here's how the range compares and which suits you.
Quick answer
Dimplex spans inset fires, stoves and suites, with two flame technologies worth knowing. Optiflame is the long-running LED effect found across most of the range - reliable and natural-looking. Optimyst is the premium option, using ultrasonic water vapour to create genuinely three-dimensional flame and smoke, and it's the most convincing effect on the market. Dimplex build quality and parts support are strong.
What to look for
Decide between Optiflame and Optimyst first, as it's the biggest difference in both look and price - Optimyst needs its water tank refilling, which is the trade-off for the realism. Then choose the format for your room: inset for a chimney breast, stove for freestanding, or a suite for a room with no fireplace. Dimplex's long presence in the UK market means spares and support remain available.
How we pick
We compare Dimplex fires on flame technology and realism, heat performance, build and value across the range. Every pick is a genuine Dimplex electric fire.
Our top picks
#1
#2 
Dimplex Cheriton Deluxe Optiflame
A practical electric fireplace (freestanding fire, 2kW) for a cosy focal point.
#3 
Dimplex Detroit Deluxe Optiflame
A practical electric fireplace (freestanding fire, 2kW) for a cosy focal point.
#4 
Dimplex Yeominster Radiant Bar
A practical electric fireplace (freestanding fire, 1.2kW) for a cosy focal point.
#5 
Dimplex Emberly
A practical electric fireplace (electric stove (log-burner style), 2kW) for a cosy focal point.
#6 
Dimplex Chadwick Optiflame
A practical electric fireplace (fireplace suite (fire + surround)) for a cosy focal point.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dimplex Optimyst?
Optimyst is Dimplex's water-vapour flame technology. An ultrasonic transducer turns water into a fine mist, which is lit from below to create flames and smoke that genuinely move in three dimensions - by some margin the most realistic electric fire effect available. The trade-off is that the water tank needs periodic refilling, and Optimyst models cost more than standard LED fires.
Are Dimplex electric fires good?
Yes - Dimplex is the long-established UK name in electric heating, with a reputation for reliable build, natural-looking Optiflame effects and excellent parts availability. The Optimyst range sets the benchmark for flame realism. They generally cost more than value brands, but the build quality and long-term support are a genuine advantage.
Bottom line
Our top pick is the Dimplex Clement Optiflame (our score 8.7/10) - A practical electric fireplace (inset / media wall fire, 2kW) for a cosy focal point..